PubNub Blog https://www.pubnub.com en-EN Learn about new PubNub releases, industry trends, and app development tips. Building a Secure Real-Time Wellness Platform with PubNub https://www.pubnub.com/blog/building-a-secure-real-time-wellness-platform/ Build secure wellness platforms with PubNub Chat SDK. Complete tutorial covering real-time messaging, Access Manager security, synchronized meditation sessions, and HIPAA-compliant architecture for mental health applications. Fri, 08 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/building-a-secure-real-time-wellness-platform/ Markus Kohler From Meditation Apps to Crisis Support: Real-Time Infrastructure for Digital Wellness https://www.pubnub.com/blog/real-time-infrastructure-for-digital-wellness/ Learn how real-time infrastructure powers digital wellness apps from meditation platforms to crisis support. Build secure, engaging mental health experiences with PubNub. Fri, 08 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/real-time-infrastructure-for-digital-wellness/ Markus Kohler Real-Time Patient Data Synchronization: EMRs & EHRs https://www.pubnub.com/blog/real-time-patient-data-sync-emrs-ehrs/ Real-time EMR and EHR synchronization closes care gaps by enabling fast, secure access to up-to-date patient data. This improves outcomes, reduces errors, and enhances provider efficiency and patient engagement. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/real-time-patient-data-sync-emrs-ehrs/ Michelle Krasniak Secure Data Sharing Systems https://www.pubnub.com/blog/secure-data-sharing/ Explore secure, production-grade data sharing with encryption, access control, and policy enforcement to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and compliance in real-time systems Sun, 13 Apr 2025 22:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/secure-data-sharing/ PubNub Labs Team EHR Integration https://www.pubnub.com/blog/ehr-integration/ Build scalable, secure EHR integrations: Tackle legacy systems, ensure compliance, and optimize real-time data flow with modern API-driven architectures Wed, 26 Mar 2025 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/ehr-integration/ Michael Carroll Track Doctor and Patient Presence for Efficient Online Consultations https://www.pubnub.com/blog/track-doctor-patient-presence-for-efficient-online-consultations/ Being able to track doctors' and patients' online presence in real-time can improve everyone's overall experience. Fri, 14 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/track-doctor-patient-presence-for-efficient-online-consultations/ Darryn Campbell Patient communication software https://www.pubnub.com/blog/patient-communication-software/ Enhance patient engagement with secure, HIPAA-compliant communication tools like appointment scheduling, telemedicine, and real-time messaging Tue, 04 Mar 2025 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/patient-communication-software/ PubNub Labs Team How to Build a Real-time Patient Monitoring System https://www.pubnub.com/blog/how-to-build-a-real-time-patient-monitoring-system/ Treat, manage, or prevent medical conditions using insights provided by apps, wearable devices, or online platforms. Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/how-to-build-a-real-time-patient-monitoring-system/ Markus Kohler How Real-Time Alerts Improve Patient Engagement and Treatment Adherence https://www.pubnub.com/blog/how-real-time-alerts-improve-patient-engagement-and-treatment-adherence/ Learn how PubNub improves modern healthcare by utilizing both real-time messaging and push notifications to improve patient engagement and patient adherence to improve patient outcomes, as well as some practical use cases for patients to engage. Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/how-real-time-alerts-improve-patient-engagement-and-treatment-adherence/ Oliver Carson Healthcare data analytics software https://www.pubnub.com/blog/healthcare-data-analytics-software/ Unlock real-time insights to improve patient care, reduce costs, and optimize operations with powerful AI-driven analytics and seamless data integration Sun, 02 Mar 2025 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/healthcare-data-analytics-software/ PubNub Labs Team Top Real-Time Technology Trends in Healthcare https://www.pubnub.com/blog/top-11-real-time-technology-trends-in-healthcare/ The healthcare industry is witnessing an important digital transformation driven by real-time technology advancements. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/top-11-real-time-technology-trends-in-healthcare/ Michelle Krasniak HIPAA Compliance Updates & Checklist https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-compliance-checklist/ Use our HIPAA compliance checklist to see if your company follows the basics for collecting, storing, and transmitting patient data under HIPAA. Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-compliance-checklist/ Michael Carroll HIPAA Compliant Chat: Benefits and Best Practices https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-chat/ To keep patient data secure, HIPAA compliant chat is a must. Live chat and messaging apps offer excellent benefits for improving patient care. Fri, 03 Jan 2025 21:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-chat/ Michael Carroll HIPAA Technical Safeguards: Protect Sensitive Data https://www.pubnub.com/blog/understanding-hipaa-technical-safeguards-to-secure-data/ The five technical safeguards from HIPAA are access control, audit controls, integrity, person or entity authentication, and transmission security. Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:33:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/understanding-hipaa-technical-safeguards-to-secure-data/ Darryn Campbell What is Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) in HIPAA https://www.pubnub.com/blog/understanding-the-npp-and-hipaa/ An examination of HIPAA's Notice of Privacy Practices in Healthcare, discussing the rights of patients concerning their personal data management Tue, 06 Feb 2024 13:35:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/understanding-the-npp-and-hipaa/ Darryn Campbell How to Build a Telemedicine App https://www.pubnub.com/how-to/telemedicine-app-development/ Read our complete guide on how to build a telemedicine app. In this guide, you’ll learn about telemedicine, HIPPA, PHI, and solutions for building. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 17:03:21 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/how-to/telemedicine-app-development/ Developer Relations Team HIPAA Identifiers: What Data is Protected? https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-identifiers/ HIPAA Identifiers consist of 18 types of protected health information (PHI) that can be used to identify, contact, or locate an individual patient. Wed, 22 Feb 2023 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-identifiers/ Michael Carroll Everything to Know About HIPAA Compliant SMS https://www.pubnub.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-hipaa-compliant-sms/ We break down what you need to know about how to deliver SMS text messaging to your users without violating HIPAA regulations. Tue, 31 Jan 2023 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-hipaa-compliant-sms/ Michael Carroll Realtime Heart Rate Monitor and Dashboard in Android https://www.pubnub.com/blog/tutorial-realtime-android-heart-rate-monitor-and-dashboard/ How to build an Android heart rate monitor that streams heart rate data in real time to a real-time dashboard from the Android smartphone app. Mon, 09 Jan 2023 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/tutorial-realtime-android-heart-rate-monitor-and-dashboard/ Michael Carroll Examples of a HIPAA Violation https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-violation-examples/ HIPAA violations can be financially expensive and devastating to a brand. Examine examples of HIPAA violations and learn how to avoid them. Wed, 04 Jan 2023 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-violation-examples/ Michael Carroll Advancing Telehealth and Virtual Care https://www.pubnub.com/blog/how-to-advance-telehealth-and-virtual-care-technologies/ Dr. Joe Kvedar, Chair of the Board for the ATA, joins us to discuss why telehealth is such a transformative opportunity for our healthcare system. Sun, 01 May 2022 22:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/how-to-advance-telehealth-and-virtual-care-technologies/ Michael Carroll Improving Virtual Care in a Post-Pandemic World https://www.pubnub.com/blog/improving-virtual-care-in-a-post-pandemic-world/ Meg Barron, VP of Digital Health Strategy at the AMA, talks about what’s next for virtual care and the healthcare industry. Wed, 13 Apr 2022 22:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/improving-virtual-care-in-a-post-pandemic-world/ Michael Carroll Vonage and PubNub - Compliant Telehealth Solutions https://www.pubnub.com/blog/vonage-and-pubnub-partner-for-compliant-telehealth-solutions/ Together, Vonage and PubNub Offer High-Quality, Secure and Compliant Telehealth Interactions Wed, 22 Sep 2021 22:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/vonage-and-pubnub-partner-for-compliant-telehealth-solutions/ Michael Carroll Build Doctor-Patient Chat for Telemedicine in React https://www.pubnub.com/blog/build-live-doctor-patient-chat-for-telemedicine-in-react/ A tutorial from PubNub on how to build real-time doctor-patient telemedicine chat in your app with React. Wed, 24 Mar 2021 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/build-live-doctor-patient-chat-for-telemedicine-in-react/ Chandler Mayo Telemed Benefits Patients, Doctors, Providers https://www.pubnub.com/blog/telemedicine-benefits/ Telemedicine, telehealth, and mhealth are all healthcare technologies that allow medical information to be communicated remotely. Wed, 29 Apr 2020 22:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/telemedicine-benefits/ Eric Grossman How To Choose HIPAA Compliant Video Conferencing | PubNub https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-video-conferencing/ HIPAA compliant video conferencing is a key aspect of modern healthcare. Learn how to be there for your patients over video while staying compliant. Thu, 26 Mar 2020 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-video-conferencing/ Michael Carroll Guide to HIPAA Compliant Cloud Storage https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-cloud-storage/ HIPAA compliant cloud storage helps covered entities safely store and transfer protected health information. Thu, 26 Mar 2020 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-cloud-storage/ Michael Carroll What COVID-19 teaches about Telemedicine | PubNub https://www.pubnub.com/blog/what-covid-19-teaches-about-telemedicine-chat/ Telemedicine, telehealth, and mobile health chat apps support user trust and usage during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tue, 24 Mar 2020 23:00:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/what-covid-19-teaches-about-telemedicine-chat/ Eric Grossman Guide to the HIPAA Security Rule | PubNub https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-security-rule/ The HIPAA Security Rule requires companies and individuals that handle PHI to protect data with a series of physical, technical, and administrative safeguards. Thu, 16 Jan 2020 14:17:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/hipaa-security-rule/ Michael Carroll What Is HIPAA Compliance? Understanding Requirements https://www.pubnub.com/blog/what-is-hipaa-understanding-business-compliance-requirements/ Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects patient health data. Learn how HIPAA affects business and staying compliant. Tue, 07 Jan 2020 20:07:00 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/what-is-hipaa-understanding-business-compliance-requirements/ Michael Carroll HIPAA Compliant Encrypted Chat Apps: Virgil Security https://www.pubnub.com/blog/build-hipaa-compliant-end-to-end-encrypted-chat-apps-using-pubnub-and-virgil-security/ How to add an extra-layer of end-to-end encryption to a ChatEngine-powered chat app with Virgil Security. Mon, 10 Sep 2018 17:11:30 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/build-hipaa-compliant-end-to-end-encrypted-chat-apps-using-pubnub-and-virgil-security/ Michael Carroll Build a HIPAA Compliant App for Healthcare https://www.pubnub.com/blog/build-hipaa-compliant-health-app/ An overview of HIPAA-compliance for healthcare applications including messaging, BAAs, ePHI, and how to get started. Tue, 04 Sep 2018 14:47:59 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/build-hipaa-compliant-health-app/ Chandler Mayo HIPAA Overview and Why It Matters https://www.pubnub.com/blog/what-is-hipaa-and-why-it-matters-at-pubnub/ A general overview of HIPAA, and why it matters for any real-time messaging platform to send and receive ePHI data in real time. Mon, 17 Apr 2017 20:40:25 GMT https://www.pubnub.com/blog/what-is-hipaa-and-why-it-matters-at-pubnub/ Michael Carroll